Associate Electrical Engineer

Insight Global; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesla in Austin, TX is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the Infrastructure Electrical Engineering team onsite. You will design electrical power distribution systems powering Gigafactory Texas, coordinate across disciplines, and prepare deliverables from scope through energization.

This entry-level role emphasizes NEC-based design, field work, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver robust power solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 0-2 years of experience in electrical design; internships/co-ops related to MEP design and Revit are considered.
• Experience applying the NEC to sizing overcurrent protection, conductors and grounding.
• Exposure to low voltage distribution design (480V to 120V).

Responsibilities

• Support electrical power distribution design from scope through construction.
• Apply the NEC to develop code-compliant designs.
• Coordinate with Design Managers, Manufacturing, Construction and other stakeholders.
• Prepare IFP/IFC electrical deliverables (single-line diagrams, panel schedules, grounding drawings, conduit drawings, power plans, lighting layouts) in Revit MEP.
• Perform field walks and surveys with peers and Construction.
• Review equipment submittals and specifications with guidance from senior engineers.
• Answer RFIs and design questions.

Skills

NEC knowledge

Revit MEP

Lighting calculations

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

REVIT MEP

ElumTools

Job description

Job Description

What to ExpectTesla is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our Infrastructure Electrical Engineering team in Austin, TX. You’ll help design the electrical distribution system that powers Gigafactory Texas — from vehicle/cell manufacturing and Optimus production lines to our AI training data centers and Terafab, Tesla’s newest semiconductor facility.Our electrical team owns and designs the complete power system from medium voltage distribution down to 120V loads. You’ll coordinate across disciplines and partner with Construction to take projects from design through energization. Your skills and knowledge will grow exponentially as you tackle and solve problems related to design, procurement lead times and constructability.

The role requires a highly organized mindset, the ability to drive multi-disciplinary projects, and consistent high performance. This is a full-time, onsite role in Austin.

What You’ll DoSupport electrical power distribution design from scope through construction, working with senior engineersApply the National Electrical Code (NEC) to develop code-compliant designsCoordinate with Design Managers, Manufacturing, Construction and other stakeholdersPrepare IFP/IFC electrical deliverables (single-line diagrams, panel schedules, grounding drawings, underground conduit drawings, power plans, lighting layouts) in Revit MEPPerform field walks and surveys with peers and ConstructionReview equipment submittals and specifications with guidance from senior engineersAnswer RFIs and design questions

Skills and Requirements

What You’ll BringBachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience0-2 years of experience in electrical design. Internships and co-ops related to MEP design and Revit software are consideredAbility to prepare and complete electrical deliverables using REVIT MEPCoursework or experience using the NEC to size overcurrent protection, conductors and groundingExposure to low voltage distribution design (480V to 120V)Highly organized, able to prioritize and comfortable working across disciplines. Strong desire to be part of Tesla and a world-class team focused on achieving amazing resultsExperience with lighting calculations using ElumTools is a plus

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].